Sleevie WonderLand
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Don't tell my hubby, but I think I'm falling in love with a treadmill. The incline, the speed....then the cool down...oh my heart flutters at the thought of it...cant wait to do it all again tonite!
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I can cross my legs, COMFORTABLY. Now I'm crossing them every chance I get...every time I sit in a chair...BAM! One of them legs is sittin on top of the other, and I grin like a cat on the inside! Thank you Sleeve!
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I can cross my legs, COMFORTABLY. Now I'm crossing them every chance I get...every time I sit in a chair...BAM! One of them legs is sittin on top of the other, and I grin like a cat on the inside! Thank you Sleeve!
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MyFitnessPal.com Members
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Wisteria75's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
ok, first of all, how GORGEOUS is Riss1908? y'all can add me too....sleevie wonder is my handle on MFP! Just promise that you'll make your diary public so I can peek at it to get some food ideas! -
Sometimes you'll have to look through some of the options to get different measurements i.e. "can", or "oz". If the option they give you is 8 oz and you only had 4 oz, then you adjust the amount to .5 of a serving. It's a little tricky at first but soon you'll get the hang of it. You may not always get the exact product or item that you had but the point is to log your food and keep track of what you're doing. Accountability is key! Good luck and ask all the questions you want....that's what we're all here for! by the way - you can add me too, my handle is Sleevie Wonder.
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Use the next 90 days to condition your mind and body to get used to the change that's about to take place. Start a mild exercise regimen. Begin taking vitamins if you don't already. Start eating with smaller utensils and smaller plates. Try not to eat and drink at the same time, and continue to scour through the posts on VST for any questions about this procedure and what life is like after being sleeved. Read the good and bad posts...It's a BIG life change and preparing for it before it comes will make the transition much easier for you. Wishing you the best of luck!
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Oh boy...my sweet tooth is acting up. Trying to keep it at bay, but all I can think about is vanilla bean ice cream.
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(Vsg) Prove Them Wrong! - Where Does Yours Apply?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Sleeve2B's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
People are afraid of change. I don't think they mean to be discouraging. I think that since they know we'll change physically that maybe we will also change mentally and that's kinda scary to them. YOU might be the one to get all the attention and compliments when it may have been the other way around in the past. You may become more confident and excel into a whole new GOOD life, and that's intimidating to people. Your BIG change is hard for them to deal with. But you know what, they'll get over it! It's very rare to find a family member that gets excited about someone having weight loss surgery. Friends who know about your struggle with weight loss may be excited, but sometimes family members are just accustomed to you being the big one in the family, that's just the way they expect things to be. Your decision to have weight loss surgery is almost like when parents announce that they are getting divorced. That means lots of changes will be taking place, and it scares everyone. Eventually when she sees your weight loss and sees the change in your attitude, she'll come around! All the best to you on your journey. And be sure to let us know her reaction when she does see how fabulous you look and feel in April! -
What Are Your Typical Meals/snacks? What Are You Eating?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to lilymorg's topic in Food and Nutrition
Lissa what's your MFP handle? I GOTTA add you as a friend! -
What Are Your Typical Meals/snacks? What Are You Eating?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to lilymorg's topic in Food and Nutrition
"...cucumbers make great crackers!" How frickin awesome is that! You just opened up a whole new world of possibilities for me Lissa! -
What Are Your Typical Meals/snacks? What Are You Eating?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to lilymorg's topic in Food and Nutrition
For food ideas, might I suggest that you log on to myfitnesspal.com (there are a lot of VSTers on there) and you can get a glimpse of everyone's intake there. It has helped me with ideas on what to eat because you actually see the nutrition values (including protein) on their logs. The great thing about myfitnesspal is that they have a phone app so you have no excuses on why you can't keep your food log up to date. Good luck! BTW my handle is sleeviewonder on MFP if you decide to sign up....Friend me! -
I pushed my self on that treadmill yesterday. So glad I did. I was finally able to do a full two miles in just over 30 minutes which is a BIG deal for me, the non-exerciser!
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MyFitnessPal.com Members
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Wisteria75's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My handle on MFP is Sleevie Wonder. Holla! -
Protein In Clear Liquid Phase
Sleevie WonderLand replied to ampage1's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
The sample packs for Syntrax can be found at mybariatricpantry.com. You get 10 different flavors to try. it's a great deal. check it out. -
I can fit into a pair of size 12 skinny jeans. I tried on like 5 pair just to make sure I wasn't going crazy. I don't even remember wearing anything smaller than a 14 in my adult life. If I could kiss my sleeve right now, I would. I suppose that would be kinda weird tho. lol
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Crab And Shrimp Stuffed Musroom Caps
Sleevie WonderLand replied to italianlady13's topic in Soft (stage 3)
*mouth watering* -
I Had My Gastric Sleeve Surgery On _____, And So Far Have Lost _____.
Sleevie WonderLand replied to sabrina140's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
October 18, lost 41 lbs. -
My Protein Shake Brings All The Boys To The Yard..lol!
Sleevie WonderLand commented on Soon to be me's blog entry in Soon to be me's Blog
I get my Syntrax Chocolate Truffle from Bariatric Pantry. Although I don't drink it now cause it grosses me out (post sleeve) I used to really enjoy it during my pre-op diet. My daughter loves the strawberry flavor as well. -
Knowing What You Know Now, What Would You Do Differently?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Amanda 3.0's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
BellaBBR, Sorry you're feeling that way. i kinda felt that way in the beginning stages too. Buyer's remorse after getting the sleeve is more real than is talked about. I too was angry that I lost control - meaning I lost the option to just gorge on food aimlessly at any time of the day. Being sleeved is about restriction, and as you get accustomed to this new life and new eating habits, it WILL please you. You will come to grips with the fact that over eating is what got you here and you'll be grateful that you can't do that to yourself so easily anymore. Try some not so bland foods, some Tums, and look for WLS friendly recipes on "the world according to egg face" blog. Re-visit this post in another month or two, I'm sure you'll probably have a change of heart. -
I have really big calves. I've been working on the treadmill in hopes of toning up my legs in addition to using some of the other leg related strength training machines at the gym. there is one particular machine that is geared toward the calves - I'm afraid to use it because I don't want my calves to get any bigger. Will using the machine help me to decrease my calf size and tone up the muscle or will the muscle I already have just get bigger? Also, I have HUGE knees. I don't know that they'll shrink much, but is there something I can do to help tone down my secoya tree trunk legs at all? I'm not an exerciser. I've only been playing one on tv since I got sleeved, and i've been doing my own thing pretty much. It would be nice to have a little guidance, but I have no money for a personal trainer. :-(
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How Can I Decrease The Size In My Calves?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Sleevie WonderLand's topic in Fitness & Exercise
Forensikchick - boots are on sale now! It's the best time to try em out! -
How Can I Decrease The Size In My Calves?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Sleevie WonderLand's topic in Fitness & Exercise
@Rootman, great article..thanks! -
How Can I Decrease The Size In My Calves?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Sleevie WonderLand's topic in Fitness & Exercise
Thanks Rootman. Reality is definitely a five letter word that rhymes with witch isn't it? lol -
How Can I Decrease The Size In My Calves?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Sleevie WonderLand's topic in Fitness & Exercise
You know that's a great idea about the trainer. I never knew how much they cost, so I always assumed that they were really expensive. I'll also check youtube, that's usually my first go to research spot anyways. Oh, I've already been to the Man's Room. This sleeve thing shrinks all the right places for you men huh? Completely the opposite for us women. Just ask my boobs, if you can find em. smh :biggrin:
